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Alden H. Jones joined Castle Rock Lodge No. 62 in 1945. but was not active until 1959 when he
was appointed Senior Deacon. He would serve as Worshipful Master in 1962. In Grand Lodge he
was appointed Grand Orator in 1968, then the Research and Education Committee in 1970-71. He
was appointed Grand Lecturer in 1971. Alden was elected Junior Grand Warden in 1972 and
progressed through the line, serving as Grand Master in 1975-76.

Most Worshipful Brother Jones was active in Scottish Rite in the Valley of Kelso and served for
many years as Deputy of the S.G.I.G. for the Valley of Kelso. He was coroneted a 33° Mason in
1961. He joined Aflfi Temple of the Shrine in 1946. Our Past Grand Master also received honorary
membership in six constituent Lodges and held membership in five Masonic Clubs.

Masonry appealed to our Most Worshipful Brother on multiple levels. As an engineer, he
responded to the professionalism of Masonry in the sense of a highly trained and skilled application
of the art and science of Masonry to the affairs of life; as a world traveler, he responded to the
universality of Masonry which he discovered in the far corners of the Earth; and everywhere, he
experienced the inherent friendliness of men of goodwill; as a naturalist and outdoorsman, he
discovered with delight the lessons of Masonry in the handwriting of the Supreme Architect on
the Book of Nature—examples of Truth in the great outdoors, in the forces of Nature, in the
maturing process of life, and in the harmony and good order of physical and moral laws as constant
as the points of the compass; as a student of history and political science, he demonstrated a
profound application of our historical and political heritage with its deep roots in Masonry; and
finally, as a seeker of morality and truth, he found in Masonry the deeper meanings of life and
God's purpose for Mankind.

As Grand Master, he structured his activities around certain primary commitments, such as
administrative efficiency, promotion of attendance and communication among Masons, respect for
Masonic discipline, and encouragement of the good Masonic life. He logged a remarkable record
of extensive Lodge visitation, feeling that his presence at meetings had value as an indication of
his interest, support, and encouragement. He attended more than 250 Masonic meetings during his
term of office, fifteen of which were Stated Meetings of Lodges apparently never before visited
by a Grand Master.

His exemplary Masonic life, both personal and official, was a constant reminder of the dignity and
high importance of Masonry, and with a mind and heart indoctrinated with its practical wisdom
and its beautiful religious and philosophical truths. Most Worshipful Brother Jones applied his
unique character and intellect to the duties of a Grand Master with professional skill, faithful
dedication, and deep personal conviction. He passed to his eternal home on January 4, 1998.